Editorials

Opinions from the Voice’s official editorial board.

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GSP vital for first-generation college students

Twelve percent of admitted students to the Georgetown Class of 2018 are first-generation students, a similar rate to last year’s accepted class and that of most Ivy League schools. Though... Read more

By the April 10, 2014

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Shooting shows veteran mental health neglected

The rhetoric is tired—and so are we at the Voice. Gun control has dropped off the map of firebrand issues in political dialogue. When it is discussed, it is separated... Read more

By the April 10, 2014

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Mandatory housing unfair solution for juniors

Though the 2010 Campus Plan poses serious concerns for student living, the University should not mandate on-campus housing for juniors. Instead, it should increase incentives for upperclassmen to choose on... Read more

By the April 3, 2014

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Students should support immigrant rights

When he began to advocate for immigration reform in mid-2010, President Barack Obama reminded the American people that “we’ve always defined ourselves as a nation of immigrants.” Four years and... Read more

By the April 3, 2014

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SCOTUS ruling further jeopardizes fair elections

The Supreme Court struck down limits on individual campaign donations in a 5-4 decision in the case McCutcheon v. Federal Election Commission. While donors may still only give up to... Read more

By the April 3, 2014

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Tisa/Ramadan leave legacy of active leadership

Nate Tisa (SFS ‘14) and Adam Ramadan (SFS ‘14) ended their tenure as GUSA executives on Sunday as Trevor Tezel (SFS ‘15) and Omika Jikaria (SFS ‘15) were sworn in.... Read more

By the March 26, 2014

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Vote Tommy Wells: Integrity, experience for D.C.

For a school that prides itself on taking an active part in local communities through service and activism, Georgetown students show a surprising lack of interest in D.C. politics. Yet,... Read more

By the March 26, 2014

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Financial plan neglects commitment to aid

David Rubenstein, Vice President of Finance and University Treasurer, presented Georgetown University’s financial plan for fiscal years 2015 to 2018 earlier this week. While it is generally comprehensive and plans... Read more

By the March 26, 2014

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Room for improvement in emergency response

The University has handled the situation in a timely and efficient manner, keeping residents of McCarthy informed as the investigation unfolded throughout Tuesday and Wednesday. We also commend Georgetown for providing displaced students in the affected eastern wing of the floor with hotel accommodations on Tuesday night.

By the March 20, 2014

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GUSA readership program preemptively cut

According to members of GUSA FinApp, the decision to remove funding to the program was because of a lack of data concerning student use of the program. These members were concerned that faculty and graduate students were taking advantage of a program that was being funded by undergraduate tuition dollars. Although this concern is legitimate, the decision was made preemptively. This is a program that has been around for six years and has established itself as a mainstay of campus life.

By the March 20, 2014

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Obama’s Between Two Ferns gamble pays off

Obama’s Between Two Ferns interview is merely the latest installment of the president’s signature mix of dry wit and level-headed pragmatism that has paid political dividends. From his infamous June 2009 fly-swatting CNBC interview to successive White House Correspondents’ Dinners to a Mad Men reference in the 2014 State of the Union, Obama is, far from demeaning the office, no stranger to connecting to voters through humor.

By the March 20, 2014

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Provost’s snow provisions limit learning

Provost Robert Groves announced a new initiative this winter aimed at curbing the amount of lost class time due to inclement weather. Called Academic Continuity Planning, the program seeks to... Read more

By the March 6, 2014

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Testing changes help bridge education gap

The College Board announced sweeping changes to the SAT on Wednesday that would place the college admissions test more in line with what students are expected to learn in high... Read more

By the March 6, 2014

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XL Dissent protest represents generational fight

Hundreds of student protesters from the group XL Dissent marched from Georgetown University’s Red Square to the White House this past Sunday, where they protested the Keystone XL tar sands... Read more

By the March 6, 2014

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Confusion on sexual assault policy widespread

The GUSA elections have brought to light not only the importance of addressing sexual assault on campus but also the large amount of misinformation and confusion surrounding this issue. The... Read more

By the February 27, 2014

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Brewer made right decision with Ariz. bill veto

Arizona Governor Jan Brewer vetoed an amendment to the Religious Freedom Restoration Act that would allow businesses to deny service to anyone on the basis of a “sincerely held” religious... Read more

By the February 27, 2014

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Venezuela, Ukraine crises both deserve attention

Last Wednesday, a group Georgetown students protested outside the building of the Organization of American States against the government of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro for its violent response to anti-government... Read more

By the February 27, 2014

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Vote Lloyd / Ramirez for GUSA Executive

In selecting which ticket to endorse in this year’s GUSA executive election, the Voice had three priorities: collaboration with student groups on existing initiatives, commitment to continued speech and expression... Read more

By the February 20, 2014

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Fordham should permit Monologues performance

This month, Fordham University’s Women’s Empowerment Club was prevented by school officials from performing The Vagina Monologues, a feminist play known for its forthright commentary on female sexuality. Fordham’s decision... Read more

By the February 20, 2014

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Justice Dept. moves toward marriage equality

U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder announced last Saturday that the Justice Department will expand its legal recognition of same-sex marriages to include the same “privileges, protections, and rights” as opposite-sex... Read more

By the February 13, 2014